English Explanatory Dictionary

blow the coals

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To excite passion.

Word forms

blow the coals blows the coals blowing the coals blew the coals blown the coals

Etymology

In reference to blowing on the coals of a fire to make it flare up.

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